I absolutely love this activity for an active 1 year old who loves to empty things out. One of Joanna's favorite things to do is pull the laundry out of the basket and throw it on the floor. Here is a mini version that and it doesn't involve unfolding my clean laundry and throwing it on the dirty floor!
What we did:
1. Cut up scraps of fabric into 8 inch squares with a pinking shears.
2. Fold squares over each other using the "wipes method"
3. Place the pile of fabric in an empty wipes container
4. Pull the first wipe through the slot and let your kiddo go wild!
Why I love this activity:
1. Works on pinch/grip strength
2. By controlling placement of the container, you can encourage crossing the midline
3. You can teach your child bilateral coordination by helping them learn to stabilize the box with one hand and pull with the other.
4. You can encourage your child to ask for help (or sign help) once the container is empty or if the fabric square doesn't come through the slot.
5. Your child has to practice their waiting skills while you re-fold the fabric
6. This can be a great sensory experience if you use different types and colors of fabric. Some of the fabrics we used were fleece, lace, cotton, suede, swimsuit material, tulle, and minky fleece. Encourage your child to rub them on their arm or face to feel the different textures!
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